Italian-Inspired Chicken and Potatoes
This Easy Italian Chicken and Potatoes is a one-pan wonder that’s both flavorful and hassle-free! With tender chicken, creamy potatoes, and crispy green beans seasoned with Italian dressing mix and melted butter, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or lazy Sundays. This dish is packed with flavor and requires minimal prep—simply toss, bake, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired / American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
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- 2–3 chicken breasts, cubed
- 3–5 small to medium potatoes, diced
- 1½ cans green beans (or 2 cans)
- 1 packet dry Italian dressing mix
- 1 stick of butter, melted
Instructions
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Place the cubed chicken, diced potatoes, and green beans in a baking pan.
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Season:
- Sprinkle the dry Italian dressing mix evenly over the ingredients.
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Add Butter:
- Drizzle the melted butter over the top.
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Bake:
- Cover the pan with foil and bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender.
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Serve Hot:
- Remove from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, then serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra crunch, uncover the dish during the last 10-15 minutes of baking.
- Substitute green beans with fresh ones if preferred—just increase the baking time slightly.
- Add bell peppers, onions, or carrots for more veggies and color.
- Use olive oil instead of butter for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (approximately ⅙ of the recipe)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg